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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's economic progress must be inclusive, reaching farmers, fishermen and low-income communities, not just large-scale projects.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has been briefed on Johor's latest economic achievements and development projects by caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi during an audience in Kuala Lumpur.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has warned Malaysians against complacency despite positive economic indicators, urging continued vigilance and effort.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed enforcement agencies to pursue legal action against those breaching regulations in relation to foreign acquisition of Malaysian enterprises.
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Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has urged Bumiputera entrepreneurs to transition from small-scale operations into higher-value economic activities to establish themselves as genuine industry leaders in Malaysia.
Young urban Malay voters are expected to prioritise economic competence when choosing which parties to back, citing concerns over job prospects amid global economic headwinds.
Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir says the government is prioritising sustained economic growth to protect workers' livelihoods during a period of global supply disruptions, with particular focus on ensuring adequate oil supplies.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that government ministries may face tighter budget allocations in 2027 as Malaysia contends with economic challenges linked to Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions.
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Malaysia's Communications Ministry is developing support measures for media practitioners facing challenges from artificial intelligence and economic pressures, Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced during National Journalists' Day celebrations.
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Malaysia's medicine and medical device supplies are stable and adequate, the economy minister assured the public on May 25, despite ongoing regional tensions involving Iran.
Malaysia has sufficient fuel supplies through the end of July, according to Economy Minister Akmal. The government is actively tracking developments in the Strait of Hormuz and global energy market fluctuations.
The government is ramping up surveillance of essential goods pricing to combat inflation concerns. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah reported that domestic food prices remained mostly stable in mid-May, with chicken at RM9.57/kg and beef down 2% to RM38.45/kg.
Tan Sri Dr Zeti Akhtar Aziz believes Malaysia can avoid an economic crisis from global upheavals if policymakers and businesses prepare proactively for multiple scenarios and strengthen coordination mechanisms.
Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Ahmad Nasir has pinpointed five manufacturing subsectors most vulnerable to the ongoing global supply crisis and energy challenges, citing widespread pressures on raw materials, logistics and cash flow across the industry.
South Korea is considering invoking emergency arbitration to halt a threatened 18-day strike by Samsung Electronics' labour union involving 48,000 workers. The move would impact global semiconductor supply and the country's economy.
Former Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has clarified that the ongoing investigation into the Arm Holdings deal concentrates on joint venture procedures and governance, not financial flows or impropriety claims.